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Untold Stories

Zach Miller examines how our stories can be a gift to others.

Ruth Croft: An Evolving Relationship with Running

Ruth Croft takes a dive into her early years as a runner, and how her relationship with the sport has evolved.

Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx Review

An in-depth review of the Merrell MTL Long Sky 2 Matryx trail running shoe.

The Owl Run 100s: Pete Ripmaster, Owls, and 100-Mile Runs

Pete Ripmaster is on a mission to run 100 miles in each of the 50 states while fundraising for an unlikely cause.

Hero Stories

Sabrina Little examines how ultrarunning narratives often parallel the great hero stories, and ponders lessons we can learn from both.

Saucony Peregrine 14 Review

An in-depth review of the Saucony Peregrine 14 trail running shoe.

This Week In Running: April 15, 2024

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 15, 2024.

‘Running Up For Air:’ New Film, Jared Campbell Challenge Runners To Connect With Environmental Issues

Watch the new “Running Up For Air” film to learn about how Jared Campbell is leading the way in connecting runners with the critical issues of their environments.

Under the Radar Races: Crazy Mountain 100 Mile

AJW takes a look at the Crazy Mountain 100 Mile in Montana as part of a series celebrating under the radar races.

Salomon Genesis Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon Genesis trail running shoes.

‘Women Are Not Small Men:’ Dr. Stacy Sims and the Women’s Endurance Sports Revolution

Get to know the iconic author and scientist, Dr. Stacy Sims, and her work in revolutionizing understanding of the female athlete.

Be Like Dooper: Be Grateful for Others

A look at the many ways to be thankful for others while running an ultramarathon.

Pelvic Rotations, Part 1: The Roll-and-Reach Exercise

A look at what a rotated pelvis is, why it’s problematic for runners, and what to do about it.

This Week In Running: April 8, 2024

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 8, 2024.

Russ Cook AKA the “Hardest Geezer” Finishes 10,130-Mile Run Across Africa

Russ Cook, better known as the Hardest Geezer, finishes his 10,130-mile run across Africa on Sunday, April 7, 2024.

Suunto Race Review

An in-depth review of the Suunto Race GPS running watch.

Running and Aging: Building Consistency

An essay about how consistency is a key to successful running as an aging athlete.

Running Apparel Brand Rabbit Launches Road Shoe, the Dream Chaser

Specialty running apparel brand rabbit launches its first shoe, the Dream Chaser, a road running model.

Joe Grant and the Art of Running

Hannah Green talks to Joe Grant about why he’s drawn to black and white photography and how art and running interplay in his life.

VJ MAXx 2 Review

An in-depth review of the VJ Shoes MAXx 2 trail running shoe.

Troubleshooting on the Run, Part One

How to troubleshoot seven common issues during your next ultramarathon.

This Week In Running: April 1, 2024

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for April 1, 2024.

Running and a Sense of Place

When searching for a sense of place, sometimes it’s worth going back to where it all started.

Rab Veil 6L Lightweight Running Vest Review

An in-depth review of the Rab Veil 6L Lightweight Running Vest, which offers exceptional storage options, countless pockets, and a sleek and light design.

Preparation, Gratitude, and Trashed Feet: An Interview With Ihor Verys After His 2024 Barkley Marathons Win

An in-depth interview with Ihor Verys after his win at the 2024 Barkley Marathons.

Self-Confidence: An Interview with Jasmin Paris About Her 2024 Barkley Marathons Finish

An in-depth interview with Jasmin Paris after her finish of the 2024 Barkley Marathons where she became the event’s first ever women’s finisher.

Running for a Cause: How Trail Running Connects With Nepal Through the Himalayan Trust’s Summit Challenge

The Himalayan Trust Summit Challenge offers a chance for runners to build local community, run hills, and support communities in Nepal.

2023 UESCA Ultrarunning Coach Conference: The Science Behind Ultrarunning

Molly Schmelzle and Kelly Lange share their experience at the 2023 United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy’s Ultrarunning Coach Conference.

New Balance FuelCell Summit Unknown v4 Review

An in-depth review of the New Balance FuelCell Summit Unknown v4 trail running shoe, along with a bit of a shoe history lesson.

This Week In Running: March 25, 2024

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 25, 2024.

2024 Barkley Marathons Results: Jasmin Paris First Ever Women’s Finisher, Most Finishers Ever

Results from the 2024 Barkley Marathons, where Jasmin Paris made history as the first woman finisher ever and four men’s also finished.

Arizona’s Crown King Scramble, 25 Years Later

Twenty-five years after completing his first 50-mile race, the Crown King Scramble, AJW returns to the classic springtime race in Arizona’s Sonoran Desert.

Polar Debuts Grit X2 Pro Watch: Top GPS Watch Ranks Grow

The new Polar Grit X2 Pro watch gets a larger watch face, an AMOLED screen, longer battery life, more accurate distance and speed measurements, as well as improved heart rate monitoring and additional biometrics. among other improvements.

Best Trail Running Shoes of 2024

iRunFar’s experts share their best trail running shoe selections from the more than 300 available trail shoe models, with picks from Altra, Brooks, Hoka, La Sportiva, Nike, Salomon, Saucony, and Topo.

Finding a Groove: An Interview With Camille Herron About Her 6-Day World Record at the 2024 lululemon FURTHER Event

The U.S.’s Camille Herron broke the 6-day world record at the 2024 lululemon FURTHER event.

Where Your Attention Goes

Sabrina Little ponders how the singular focus that running requires allows us to take time away from the distractions of life.

Women in Trail Running and Ultrarunning: Perspectives on the Challenges and Progression Toward Equity

A look at the current status of women in trail running and ultrarunning and what still needs to be done.

‘#17 – To Finish the Barkley Marathons:’ A Film Exploring Karel Sabbe’s Gritty Mind

Following Karel Sabbe’s run at the 2023 Barkley Marathons, this film gives viewers an up-close look at what it takes to endure this event.

This Week In Running: March 18, 2024

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 18, 2024.

Lookin’ Good

Zach ponders how a few words of encouragement or a vote of confidence can make a pivotal difference in someone’s life.

Save 20% on Running Gear During the REI Member Moment Sale

Spring is here, so use the REI Member Moment Sale to gear up with everything you need to get out the door to take advantage of longer and warmer days.

Rickey Gates and the Art of Running

In this new series, Hannah Green chats with artist and runner Rickey Gates about movement as art, his home in New Mexico, and aspen trees.

Salomon Sense Ride 5 Review

An in-depth review of the Salomon Sense Ride 5 trail running shoe.

Changing Gears: The Excitement of Changing Things Up

Bryon Powell writes about the enjoyment of trying new things, in this case, running faster.

Camille Herron Sets 6-Day World Record by Running 560.33 Miles at the 2024 lululemon FURTHER Event

Camille Herron sets a new 6-day world record by running 560.33 miles (to be confirmed) at the 2024 lululemon FURTHER event in California.

Spring Cleaning: Early Season Preparation for the Ultrarunning Season

Tips to get you set up for a successful season of ultramarathon training.

‘Mind and Sport with Lucy Bartholomew:’ A Film of Perseverance and Community

This short documentary film follows Lucy Bartholomew as she lines up for the 2024 Black Canyon 100k in Arizona.

This Week In Running: March 11, 2024

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 11, 2024.

Under the Radar Races: Trail du Loup

AJW profiles the Trail du Loup in the Central Ardennes region of Belgium as part of a series celebrating under the radar races.

Brooks Catamount 3 Review

An in-depth review of the Brooks Catamount 3 trail running shoe.

Lululemon Athletes Push Limits at the 2024 FURTHER Women’s Ultramarathon

lululemon’s FURTHER is a chance for this group of women to chase records while gathering valuable data on female endurance performance metrics.

This Runner Has Raced Every Month for 42 Years: A Profile of Wally Hesseltine

This Californian attorney started running in his late 30s to get in shape, never stopped, and is setting records as an octogenarian.

Running Periodization: It Isn’t Rocket Science

How to periodize your trail running and ultramarathon training.

2024 UTMB Events Women’s Top Runners

We take a look the entrants at the top end of an incredibly deep and competitive 2024 UTMB, OCC, CCC, and TDS women’s fields.

2024 UTMB Events Men’s Top Runners

The top men’s entrants for the 2024 UTMB, CCC, TDS, and OCC races.

This Week In Running: March 4, 2024

This Week in Running’s trail and ultra recap for March 4, 2024.

Best Cushioned Trail Running Shoes of 2024

A look at some of the best cushioned trail running shoes out there today.

An Excerpt from Sabrina Little’s Debut Book “The Examined Run:” Training in Suffering

In an excerpt from “The Examined Run,” Sabrina Little discusses suffering in training, and where to draw the line to avoid injury and burnout.

Spring Training Has Begun

AJW ponders the yearly cycle of the running — and baseball! — season and how “hope springs eternal” as the days get longer.

Rabbit Women’s Warm Weather Apparel Review

A review of seven items of rabbit women’s running apparel.

Diving into Ultramarathon DNF Data

A statistical analysis of DNFs (did not finishes) in ultramarathons and their various causes.

VJ XTRM 2 Review

An in-depth review of the VJ XTRM 2 trail running shoe.

Top Trail Runners Cash In On $480K Tough Mudder Prize Purse in Saudi Arabia

A lot of prize money was handed out to top finishers at the 2024 Tough Mudder Infinity AlUla in Saudi Arabia, and trail runners got in on the winnings.